BOJ's Ueda says rate hike timing 'approaching', Nikkei reports
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said the timing of the next interest rate hike was "approaching" as the economy was moving in line with the central bank's forecasts, the Nikkei newspaper reported, leaving open the chance of a December rate increase.
BOJ’s Ueda says rate hike getting nearer with wage trend key
With his latest remarks, Ueda leaves open the possibility of a December rate move without boxing himself in to that position.
Japanese Yen Surges on Bets for More BOJ Interest-Rate Hikes
The Japanese yen rose to a six-week high against the dollar Friday. While trading was thin because of the Black Friday holiday in the U.S., the moves are still worth watching after volatility in the Asian currency sparked market turmoil earlier this year.
Bank of Japan says inflation data key in deciding rate hikes, Nikkei reports
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda revealed in an exclusive interview with Nikkei newspaper that the central bank will base whether to hike interest rates on critical economic indicators, particularly wage and inflation data.
BOJ's Ueda says wage trends key to possible rate hikes: Nikkei
BANK of Japan (BOJ) governor Kazuo Ueda said the next interest rate hikes are “nearing in the sense that economic data are on track,” the Nikkei business daily reported on Saturday (Nov 30). Read more at The Business Times.
Yen Surge Sparks Speculation on BOJ Rate Hike
The yen surged to a six-week high following unexpected inflation increases in Tokyo, heightening speculation of a Bank of Japan interest rate hike. As the dollar weakens due to holiday-thinned trading and previous gains,
Yen Surges on Rate Hike Expectations; USD/JPY May Test 142-143 Area
The dollar/yen pair tumbled about 1.0% to 149.96 after Japanese data raised expectations of a December rate hike from the Bank of Japan.
Yen strengthens past ¥150 against dollar on BoJ rate rise expectations
The yen briefly strengthened past the level of ¥150 against the US dollar on Friday, as hotter than expected inflation readings fuelled more bets that the Bank of Japan will raise interest rates in December.
Japan Firms Rush to Sell Bonds as BOJ December Hike Bets Grow
Japanese corporate borrowers are selling bonds at a faster pace as speculation grows the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates again next month.
Most JGBs Edge Lower Amid Prospects of Further BOJ Rate Hikes
Most JGBs edge lower in the Tokyo morning session, weighed by prospects of further BOJ rate hikes. This morning’s release of Tokyo November CPI suggests that inflation excluding fresh food and energy rose further above the BOJ’s 2% target,
BOJ’s Ueda Tells Nikkei Wage Trends Will Drive Policy Moves
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said interest-rate hikes are “nearing” as inflation and economic trends develop in line ...
BOJ incurs record losses on bond holdings as yields rise
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Tokyo CPI Speeds Up, Fueling Yen Move Amid BOJ Hike Speculation
Tokyo inflation accelerated more than expected in November while other data showed the economy moving broadly in line with ...
Japan Stimulus Staved Off Years of Deflation, BOJ Study Says
Japan could have faced deflation for several years starting around 2016 without the Bank of Japan’s massive monetary stimulus ...
Japan's Steady Service Inflation Keeps Alive BOJ Rate-Hike Prospects
The BOJ ended negative interest rates in March and raised its short-term policy rate to 0.25% in July on the view Japan was ...
BOJ Will Consider Impact of Weak Yen in Making Price Forecasts, Gov Ueda Says
Bank of Japan Gov. Kazuo Ueda said the central bank includes the possible impact of a weak yen on its price forecasts, ...